Assistant Credit Controller - FTC

Michael Page; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Credit Controller to manage customer accounts and support credit management processes in Eastleigh. Ideal candidates will have a background in accounting, strong organisational skills, and experience with accounting software. In this role, you will contribute to timely payments and help implement credit policies. This position offers a fixed-term contract and opportunities for skill development in finance.

Benefits

Fixed-term contract

Skill development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Background in accounting & finance or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Office applications.
• Confidence in communicating with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive attitude towards problem-solving and process improvement.
• Familiarity with credit control principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor customer accounts for timely payments.
• Assist in preparation and distribution of invoices and statements.
• Resolve customer payment queries with professionalism.
• Support credit control team with reconciliations and reporting.
• Collaborate on billing discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of credit control activities.
• Assist in implementing credit policies.
• Contribute to process improvements in credit control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Customer communication

Problem-solving

Credit control principles

Education

Background in accounting & finance

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

The Assistant Credit Control role is ideal for someone passionate about accounting and finance, with a focus on credit management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced and structured environment.

Client Details

This organisation is known for its commitment to delivering reliable services and maintaining strong financial operations. The company values efficiency and a results-oriented approach to its work.

Description

• Manage and monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payments.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of invoices and statements.
• Resolve customer payment queries with professionalism and accuracy.
• Support the credit control team with reconciliations and reporting tasks.
• Collaborate with internal departments to address billing discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of credit control activities.
• Assist in implementing credit policies and procedures as needed.
• Contribute to process improvements in credit control operations.

Profile

A successful Assistant Credit Controller should have:

• A background in accounting & finance or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Office applications.
• Confidence in communicating with customers and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and process improvement.
• Familiarity with credit control principles and practices.

Job Offer

• Fixed-term contract offering stability and focus.
• Opportunities to develop skills in credit control and financial management.
• Working within a supportive and professional environment in Southampton.
• Potential for future opportunities in the transport & distribution industry.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Assistant Credit Controller, we encourage you to apply today.